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RANGE (DAVID EPSTEIN)

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  BOOK REVIEW "RANGE"  (DAVID EPSTEIN) : WHY GENERALISTS ARE SUPERIOR IN A WORLD THAT PRIORITIZES SPECIALIZATION The author opens the discussion with the example of Tiger Woods' success story, where the athlete was considered a specialist in golf from a very young age, providing an illustration of the 10,000 hour rule of expertise. Tiger Woods' environment, which was well structured and supportive, helped in the development of his talents. However, the author also presents another example with the story of Roger Federer, who had more diverse experiences in various sports before finally focusing on tennis as a teenager. This diverse experience helped Federer in developing his athletic abilities and coordination. These two stories highlight the differences in approaches to achieving success, with a focus on early specialization in the case of Tiger Woods and delayed specialization in the case of Federer. 10 Important Points From The Book "Range" By David Epste...

ATOMIC HABITS (JAMES CLEAR)

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  BOOK REVIEW ATOMIC HABITS (JAMES CLEAR): BUILDING GOOD HABITS WITH LITTLE EFFORT The book Atomic Habits by James Clear discusses how to build good habits and change bad ones using strategies that are easy to implement and based on science. Here are some key points from this book, explained in clear, easy to read and easy to understand sentences: 1. The Power of Small Habits: • 1% Change: Even a habit as small as 1%, if done consistently over the long term, can have a tremendous effect. In a year, these small habits can improve our performance up to 37 times! • Track Progress: Note the positive changes you achieve from good habits. This will help you stay motivated and focused on your goals. 2. Makes Habits Easier: • Be clear: Define the habit you want to build clearly and specifically. Example: "I will drink 2 glasses of water after waking up every morning." • Interesting: Combine good habits with something you like. Example: Listen to your favorite po...